Housing Support Worker - Birmingham, United Kingdom - Aspect Housing Ltd

Aspect Housing Ltd
Aspect Housing Ltd
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Birmingham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Tom O´Connor

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If you have a strong interest in making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable Adults in your community and want to work with a dynamic team, we have an excellent opportunity for you.

We are currently seeking a Housing support worker to join our team at Aspect Housing.


A full UK driving licence and access to own transport is essential.

Job Title:
Housing support worker


Job Summary:


A Housing Support Worker plays a crucial role in helping individuals or families secure and maintain safe and stable housing.

They work with clients who are homeless, facing housing instability, or other housing-related challenges.

The primary goal is to offer support to help clients find appropriate housing and work towards gaining independent living skills.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of clients to determine their housing needs, barriers, and eligibility for support programs.
  • Housing Search: Assist clients in finding suitable housing options.
  • Case Management: Develop and implement individualized support plans to address the client's needs, which may include mental health, Physical health, drug/alcohol misuse or employment assistance.
  • Financial Support: Assist clients in navigating financial assistance programs and provide budgeting support to ensure housing stability.
  • Advocacy: Advocate on behalf of clients to access community resources, social services, and housing programs.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate and uptodate client records and progress notes.
  • Collaboration: Collaborate with other agencies, social workers, and housing providers to ensure a coordinated approach to clients' needs.
  • Empowerment: Empower clients by teaching life skills and selfadvocacy, enabling them to maintain longterm housing stability.

Qualifications and Requirements:


  • A relevant qualification in the Health and social care sector
  • Registration with the appropriate regulatory authority.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Salary:
£11.44 per hour


Job Types:
Full-time Monday - Friday


Pay:
£11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week


Benefits:


  • Free parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Referral programme

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus scheme

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work Location:
In person
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